
Description
The ecm continuously monitors its own internal memory status, internal circuits, and output signals transmitted to the throttle actuator. This self-check ensures that the ecm is functioning properly. If any malfunction is detected, the ecm sets the appropriate dtc and illuminates the mil.
The ecm memory status is diagnosed by internal mirroring of the main cpu and the sub cpu to detect random access memory (ram) errors. The two cpus also perform continuous mutual monitoring. The ecm illuminates the mil and sets a dtc if: 1) outputs from the two cpus are different or deviate from the standards, 2) the signals sent to the throttle actuator deviate from the standards, 3) a malfunction is found in the throttle actuator supply voltage, and 4) any other ecm malfunction is found.

Monitor strategy

Typical enabling conditions
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Typical malfunction thresholds


Inspection procedure
Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. Freeze frame data records the engine condition when malfunctions are detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air-fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

System voltage
Starter relay circuit highWindshield wiper de-icer
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield
and wiper blades.
On/off
The windshield wiper de-icer will
automatically turn off after approximately
15 minutes. Pressing the
switch again also turns the de-icer
off.
Operating conditions
Vehicles without a smart ...
Installation
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
When installing the moulding, heat the vehicle body and
moulding using a heat light.
Standard heating temperature
Notice:
Do not heat the vehicle body and moulding
excessively ...
All-wheel drive lock
switch (awd models)
All-wheel drive lock mode can be used when a large amount of
drive power needs to be applied to all the wheels, such as when
the vehicle gets stuck in mud and you need to free it.
Press the switch.
The torque of the engine is distributed
to the rear wheels to the maximum
extent possible in
ac ...